Wayward Whiskers is not your typical rescue, meaning that they actually have a shelter for their cats as they wait for their forever home. Sherry and her team are passionate about special needs cats and FIV+ cats. They have amazing partnerships in and around their community that they rely on including the wonderful support from their community. Sherry works with the PetSmart at Westover Hills, showcasing her cats and kittens that are up for adoption. Listen in to learn more about FIV+ cats and how Sherry is helping make a difference, one cat at a time! http://cast.rocks/hosting/13917/EP10-RESCUE—Wayward-Whiskers.mp3 To learn […]

March 19th is National Let’s Laugh Day! Let’s be honest, laughter should be a part of EVERYDAY, not just something we celebrate once a year. Laughing has been proven to decrease stress and release endorphins- the body’s natural feel-good chemicals. Who doesn’t want to laugh and be happy all the time? Research has shown that we typically laugh more when we are with our friends and family, rather than by ourselves. Because we treat animals like companions or friends, it only makes sense that we laugh with them too! Take today as a special opportunity to laugh and spend some […]

Hear from animal relocation expert, Karen Walsh, as she describes her journey in animal welfare. What began as a love for animals has evolved into a career focused on reducing overpopulation and increasing the quality of life for animals through developing and implementing best transport practices. Learn how to manage transport programs, develop staying power in the animal welfare industry and grow your career in animal welfare. Rachael

Canine Commitment is an active rescue, adopting dogs and puppies and the occasional kittens throughout New England. Rescue in New England is a bit different than the typical perception of what rescue looks like, so the challenges faced by Canine Commitment might not be the ones you expect to hear. All of the animals that Canine Commitment adopts out originated in the south and were transported to New Hampshire where the shelters are not full of unwanted animals. Canine Commitment has more adopters than they have dogs, and you will hear a bit about what that means on a day-to-day […]

Dalia Salah with the Fredericksburg SPCA shares with us that survivors of animal fighting face three fates – staying with abusers, placement or death. Due to the lack of funding, support, and placement most survivors remain with their abusers or are euthanized. Animal fighting is a violent blood sport in which two animals are placed beak to beak in a small ring and encouraged to fight to the death. Although animal fighting is a felony in all 50 states, this bloodsport still persists across the nation and in all sorts of communities and among all sorts of people. Learn to […]

Clownfish is a small marine fish which gained popularity after appearing in the movie “Finding Nemo”. There are 28 species that inhabit the Indian and Pacific oceans as well as Red Sea and Australian Great Barrier Reef. They live in small family groups composed of mating couples and their offspring. They are very territorial and will fiercely defend their home (anemone) against other clownfish. They have been known to attack divers who try and approach their home, the anemone. Rachael

As the only open-door shelter in Boone County, they don’t turn any animal away based on breed, age, health or temperament. They take in close to 3,500 animals each year and are incredibly proud to have a 97% placement rate for all animals entering our shelter! Even after 75 years, they are innovating and providing new programs for their community. To learn more about Central Missouri Humane Society http://cast.rocks/hosting/13917/EP8-SHELTER—Central-Missouri-Humane-Society.mp3 Rachael

Grace is the founder of W-Underdogs in Atlanta, Georgia and joins us today. She shares with us the inspiration behind the start of W-Underdogs and the impact they are making in their local community. She not only focuses on rescuing dogs but her impact in her local community. Her organization focuses on helping kids and teaching them life skills while caring for the dogs in need in their neighborhood and the surrounding community. She is truly an inspiration to not only her community but to the kids, she serves alongside with. The kids are her inspiration during difficult times. To learn […]

Capuchin Monkeys belong to the subfamily Cebinae. They’ve been used in many movies and television shows and can be found in Central America and South America and found as far south as northern Argentina. They can live between 15 and 25 years in the wild. Rachael

Did you know that a 9-ounce chip bag could end your dog’s life within minutes? Neither did Bonnie Harlan – until it happened to her dog. Please listen to this podcast to learn how to prevent pet suffocation – it can save your pet’s life! Rachael